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Child with a confirmed case of scabies gave me a brief hug. likelihood that i will contract it? extremely anxious, should i just begin treatment?
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Unlikely an issue: A brief hug from an infected kid would provide little chance for transfer of living scabies. After 4 weeks you would have active skin problems. Kids who share bedding, and live in close contact are more likely to share this problem. It is not that easy to pass in a public setting.
Answered 6/12/2014
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